HOARSENESS

Hoarseness is just a disorder in the vocal cords. This condition can suddenly occur making the person unable to speak properly and finding it difficult to swallow also. The most common underlying reason for Hoarseness is some form of infection on the upper respiratory tract. This can happen due to smoking or drinking any unhygienic drink or through even a common cough. There can be other different causes also.

HOW IS HOARSENESS DIAGNOSED?

The treatment for Hoarseness will vary with the findings through the diagnosis of the underlying causes. If it is due to any allergic reasons, the substance causing the allergy can be treated or removed from the system and the vocal cords can be restored. Oral hygiene and voice therapy are other options the doctors may employ to treat the condition.

HOW IS HOARSENESS TREATED?

Researchers funded by the NIDCD are working with teachers to devise strategies to help them reduce the stress and strain on their voices. In one study, the teachers use a voice ""dosimeter"" that takes into account the frequency and loudness of their speech along with the duration of vibration in their vocal folds to determine their daily ""dose"" of vocal use. The researcher hopes to establish a safe level of voice use, as well as recommended recovery times from prolonged speaking.